Second Grade Teacher – St. Joseph School, Crescent Springs

St. Joseph School is seeking a Catholic 2nd Grade Teacher to foster Catholic faith and
academic growth, with a focus on preparing students for the Sacraments of First
Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Key responsibilities include creating faith-
filled lesson plans, conducting sacramental instruction and retreats, instructing in core
subjects, maintaining a positive, structured classroom, and collaborating with parents
and parish staff.

Key Job Responsibilities
● Sacramental Preparation: Prepare students for First Reconciliation and First
Holy Communion through catechesis.
● Instruction: Develop and implement curriculum-aligned lesson plans for 2nd
grade, including religion, language arts, and math.
● Faith Formation: Integrate Catholic doctrine into daily instruction and model
Gospel values.
● Communication: Maintain regular, proactive communication with parents
regarding student progress and sacramental milestones.
● Classroom Management: Establish a safe, respectful, and disciplined
environment.

Key Qualifications
● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
● Certification: Valid state teaching certification (often preferred).
● Clearances: Successful completion of criminal background checks and safe
environment training.

Interested candidates should send a resume, references, and cover letter to
Timothy Mains, principal, at tmains@sjscrescent.org.